Army and Navy, Grade II listed pub in Stoke Newington, England.
Description
The Army and Navy sits in a wedge-shaped red brick building with stone dressings and a prominent corner bay at 1-3 Matthias Road. The interior is divided into several distinct bar sections that reflect how pubs were designed to separate different customer groups.
History
The building was constructed in the mid-1930s by Truman brewery using Neo-Georgian architectural principles. This period saw widespread pub construction across London designed to appeal to changing social habits and building regulations of the era.
Culture
The interior reflects traditional British pub design through its preserved Vitrolite ceilings, original fixed benches, and decorative stained glass windows that shaped how pubs looked during this era.
Practical
The pub is within walking distance of Dalston Kingsland station and features a garden area for outdoor seating. Good public transport connections make it easy to reach from other parts of the city.
Did you know?
The original fireplace inside is decorated with a galleon motif that hints at London's maritime past. The stone tablet on the building's exterior preserves the Truman brewery's eagle symbol, marking the brewer's identity and legacy.
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